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Energy Performance Certificate

71, Falcons Way

SY3 8ZG

SHREWSBURY

Current

A

103

Potential

A

113

At a Glance

About This Property

This detached bungalow is located in SHREWSBURY, SY3 8ZG. The property offers 89m² (958 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a 1990s-era home. With an EPC rating of A (103/100), this property is highly energy efficient, placing it in the top tier of UK homes. The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £765, comprising £541 for heating, £124 for hot water, and £100 for lighting.

How Does 71, Falcons Way Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 103/100, this SHREWSBURY property is outstanding, placing it in the top 3% of UK homes. Annual energy costs of £765 are approximately £1035 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 89m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m².

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the SY3 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property103
Average60
+72% better
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vs SHREWSBURY

This property103
Average62
+66% better
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vs SY3

This property103
Average61
+69% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 103/100, this property is excellent and performs better than approximately 97% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 3% nationally

Energy Costs: £42/year less than the SHREWSBURY average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
Current
B81-91
C69-80
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

A(103 points)

Potential Rating

A(113 points)

Based on assessment dated 30 Oct 2012

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Property Information

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Full Address

71, Falcons Way

SY3 8ZG

SHREWSBURY

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Property Type

Bungalow

Detached

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1991-1995

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Floor Area

89.0

6.0 total rooms

6.0 heated

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Tenure

owner-occupied

Efficiency Score

103 / 100

Potential: 113

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CO₂ Emissions

0.0 tonnes/year

0 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

-13 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

30 Oct 2012

none of the above

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About SHREWSBURY

SHREWSBURY is situated in Shrewsbury, Wales. Properties in SHREWSBURY have an average EPC rating of D (score 62/100). This property performs better than most homes in the area. Heating costs are £266 below the SHREWSBURY average, offering good value. The SY3 postcode district contains over 12000 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£541.0/yr

Save £116/yr

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Hot Water

£124.0/yr

Save £53/yr

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Lighting

0.0% low energy

£100.0/yr

Save £50/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 250mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Good
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

No low energy lighting

Very Poor
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Oxon CofE Primary School

Primary
📍0.7 miles awaySY3 5BJ

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Outstanding

Woodfield Infant School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySY3 8LU
?Not yet rated

St George's Junior School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awaySY3 8LU

Last inspected: Feb 2023

Good

Radbrook Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awaySY3 6DZ

Last inspected: Jan 2020

Good

The Priory School

Secondary
📍1.2 miles awaySY3 9EE

Last inspected: Jun 2013

Outstanding

Meole Brace School

Secondary
📍1.3 miles awaySY3 9DW

Last inspected: May 2023

?Serious Weaknesses

Meole Brace Church of England Primary and Nursery

Primary
📍1.6 miles awaySY3 9HG

Last inspected: Nov 2019

Good

Coleham Primary School

Primary
📍1.8 miles awaySY3 7EN

Last inspected: Dec 2021

Good

About school ratings: Ofsted ratings range from Outstanding to Inadequate. These ratings are based on inspections of teaching quality, leadership, pupil behavior, and safety. Note that school catchment areas vary - check with the school or local council for admission details.

Data source: School information from Get Information About Schools (GIAS). Distances are approximate. Always verify school catchment areas directly with the school or local education authority.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

What do these speeds mean? 10-30 Mbps: Good for browsing and streaming. 30-100 Mbps: Great for multiple users and HD streaming. 100-300 Mbps: Excellent for 4K streaming and gaming. 300+ Mbps: Perfect for large households and heavy internet use.

Data source: Broadband speeds are from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 report (July 2025 release). Data shows typical speeds available in this postcode area. Actual speeds at this specific property may vary depending on line quality, distance from exchange, and chosen provider. Always verify availability with providers before committing.

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Data Sources: This report contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.

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